Suggest Treatment For Severe Constipation And Narrowed Stools

Posted on Sun, 27 Aug 2017

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Question : Been constipated and pencil like stool last two weeks just had a colonoscopy and came back ok but still having the problems plus lost 5 pounds

I had pain on my right side in middle of the rib cage when I got up from laying down when I got up. The pain went away. Lasted about a second about a week later it went away and next day the constipated and pencil like stool came

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Have you made any dietary changes?

Detailed Answer:
HI and thanks so much for this query.

I have reviewed your information fully. With a normal colonoscopy findings, there is no need to panic. For sure, you do not have any cancer at this time. The best way forward would be to make dietary changes. I will recommend you increase fluids, fiber and vegetable intake. IN addition, exercise often. If these measures fail, I will recommend taking a laxative on as needed basis. Finally, avoid as much as possible processed food and meals with little fiber.

I hope this guides and helps. Try it out and let me know how this is evolving. Feel free to follow up with me for more clarifications if need be.

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